Top Holiday Bars in Covent Garden
When it’s mulled wine o’clock in Covent Garden, you know the bar hire is in full swing. From the glowing lights around Seven Dials to the giant baubles hanging in the market hall, Christmas in Covent Garden is pure magic. And yes, the bars are just as festive with roaring fireplaces, twinkling fairy lights, and enough spiced cocktails to keep the carols going all night. If you're looking for the best Christmas bars in Covent Garden, you are exactly where you need to be. We've got cosy nooks, après-ski pop-ups, and plenty of Prosecco waiting. Browse today and snag your favourite drinking haunt this festive season!
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from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMezzanine
20 guestsMarlborough HeadCovent Garden StationCovent Garden, LondonJJo L.
“We were in the mezzanine section, which was great as a private space for our team Christmas do.” -
from £300
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Mercury - with Bar
80 guestsBlame Gloria Covent GardenCovent Garden StationCovent Garden, LondonAAmazing N.
“The two members of bar staff were also so lovely, hopefully they enjoyed our group as well!” -
from £1000
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilityThe Sapphire Room
120 guestsNags Head, Covent GardenCovent Garden StationCovent Garden, LondonJJustina S.
“The venue was self-contained with its own bar and toilets. The staff were friendly and were well organized.” -
from £200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Lounge
30 guestsBaariaLeicester Square StationCovent Garden, London#Supervenue
NNicola T.
“Highly recommend, great price for a venue in Central London! Would book again :)” -
from £800
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityStudio Bar
55 guestsMaxwell's Bar and GrillCovent Garden StationCovent Garden, LondonLLeon W.
“The bar staff are absolutely lovely and attended to all my many questions and requests.” -
from £250
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Onyx Bar
70 guestsInamo Covent GardenCovent Garden StationCovent Garden, LondonCCarla W.
“I had my partner’s 50th birthday at The Onyx Bar. It was absolute perfection from start to finish.” -
from £1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRoof Top Garden
30 guestsBow Street TavernCovent Garden StationCovent Garden, LondonWWinh D.
“Great location and good food and drinks menu. We booked the rooftop and was secluded/private for our party.” -
from £1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Whole First Floor
60 guestsBow Street TavernCovent Garden StationCovent Garden, LondonWWaseem A.
“The space was amazing - we were on the roof terrace and had our own bar set up. Very reasonable minimum spend.” -
from £750
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Karaoke & Darts bar
50 guestsMaxwell's Bar and GrillCovent Garden StationCovent Garden, LondonDDaniel P.
“I really appreciated the manager and the bartender; they were both flexible, helpful, and kind.” -
from £500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityConstabulary
30 guestsBow Street TavernCovent Garden StationCovent Garden, LondonOOscar M.
“Booked the Constabulary room for a surprise poker evening for my brother and everything was fantastic!” -
from £10
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityRecords Room
25 guestsBow Street TavernCovent Garden StationCovent Garden, LondonPPatrick C.
“Cute bar area, friendly staff, tasty food, very good location” -
from £700
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Bar & Terrace
30 guestsBow Street TavernCovent Garden StationCovent Garden, LondonEEimear O.
“The Constabulary room was perfect for a group of 25. We had the time to decorate the room before our arrival.”
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FAQs about Top Holiday Bars in Covent Garden
Booking costs of Christmas bars average £1500 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Covent Garden, based on Tagvenue data:
| Typically between £650 | and £3000 | minimum spend per event |
| Typically between £35 | and £50 | per person |
| Typically around £1750 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2026), the best options include:
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The Sapphire Room at Nags Head, Covent Garden in Covent Garden - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Friendly bartenders. Delicious food. Clean venue, nice ambience.’ -
Private Lounge at Baaria in Covent Garden - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘From the pre-event support and booking process to our on the day experience, it was fantastic.’ -
Studio Bar at Maxwell's Bar and Grill in Covent Garden - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘It was a good size for the 25 of us and having a private bar was great.’
You'll find Christmas bars in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Covent Garden, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (November 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average £650 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 85 guests | prices average £1500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 110 guests | prices average £5000 minimum spend per event |
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Conference Room at Nags Head, Covent Garden, rated 4.9/5 - meeting room for 20 guests
Venue said: Being part of the Sapphire Room, our Conference room is the perfect space to host your meetings, smaller networking event, conference, business reception and private dining. -
The Explorer's Den at Mr Fogg's Society of Exploration, rated 4.5/5 - lounge for 40 guests
Venue said: The area receives table service and can be served cocktails and light bar snacks from the venue. Ideal for: Small groups seeking a relaxed, social, drink-focused evening in an intimate, informal setting. -
Entire Venue at Dovetail Bar - Covent Garden - bar for 20 guests
Venue said: Whether you’re planning a quiet get-together or a lively celebration, our versatile space can adapt to your needs. Plus, its central location offers easy access to public transport.
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VIP Oche Room at Oche, from £17 per person (up to 24 guests standing)
Venue said: VIP Oche Room is a Function Room in Oche and a private, enclosed darts bay created to give a small group an exclusive, contained gaming area. Design: Interior features dark-painted walls and warm timber flooring paired with... -
Exclusive Whole Venue Hire at Voila! Wine Bar & Shop, from £1500 hire fee per day (up to 50 guests standing)
Venue said: Hire out exclusively the whole venue at Voila! Voila! is the perfect venue for private events such as Christmas parties, corporate events, birthdays, engagements etc. -
Entire Venue at UVA Cantina, from £250 minimum spend per event (up to 60 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘All the guests also loved the venue too and there were no issues I can think of.’
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Page last updated in November 2026
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